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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Paignton
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£464
Average price
£464
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
518 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Paignton will cost around £464 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £464.
Fast trains
To travel from Sunderland to Paignton you need to make at least 3 changes.

07:087h40
Sunderland14:48Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

09:097h41
Sunderland16:50Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

11:077h26
Sunderland18:33Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

13:077h37
Sunderland20:44Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

15:097h46
Sunderland22:55Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

11:077h26
Sunderland18:33Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

13:077h37
Sunderland20:44Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

07:087h40
Sunderland14:48Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

09:097h41
Sunderland16:50Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes

15:097h46
Sunderland22:55Paignton
£4641One-way
3 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Paignton
Trains from Sunderland to Paignton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £469 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £469 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 24m |
First train 07:08 |
Last train 09:32 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Paignton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Paignton from £469. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 24m
Cheapest Price
£466
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Sunderland to Paignton train
FAQs: Travel by train from Sunderland to Paignton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sunderland to Paignton.

The train distance from Sunderland to Paignton is 518 km.
The train journey from Sunderland to Paignton covers a distance of 518 km and takes approximately 7h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Sunderland to Paignton leaves at 7:08.
The last train from Sunderland to Paignton departs at 9:32.
Trains from Sunderland to Paignton run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sunderland to Paignton.
There is no night train service from Sunderland to Paignton.
Booking trains from Sunderland to Paignton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Sunderland to Paignton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £469, while the average price tends to be around £469.
The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Paignton is by train, costing approximately £469.
The train station in Sunderland that goes to Paignton is Sunderland station (SUN), and it arrives at Paignton station (PGN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sunderland to Paignton.
Yes, you can take the train from Sunderland to Paignton.
To travel from Sunderland to Paignton, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Paignton
Sunderland
Paignton
The major train station for departures in Sunderland is Sunderland. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland for your trip from Sunderland to Paignton.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Sunderland
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
The major train station for arrivals in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your journey to Paignton from Sunderland.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
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